1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 72 kg more than 1951 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |
